Send a spreadsheet, csv, or tab-delimited file that contains the data.
In addition, let us know about all directly-related investigators and publications.

For phenotyping projects, the data can be organized like either of these examples:
A or
B, and we'll also need descriptions and units for the measured traits
(and any other introductory content needed to understand and interpret the data).

For other data types contact us at an early stage so we can work with you on specifics.

Send to phenome@jax.orgFeel free to contact us beforehand with questions or for help.

Must the data be part of a published paper?

Not a prerequisite, but encouraged.
MPD release of your data can be delayed pending a publication (let us know in advance if this is your plan).

How are data sets reviewed and released?

Phenotyping projects are evaluated with respect to the recommendations below and other factors.
Upon acceptance, we'll load your data into a password-protected area and let you know
how to log in and preview it. You're free to send suggestions and feedback, and we'll work with
you to polish your project. Finally, when you give us your OK, your data will be scheduled
for public release.

Phenotype data recommendations

Strain nomenclature:
Strain names should appear in the data set using current nomenclature.
For unwieldy nomenclature, abbreviated names may be used in the data set.
MPD staff will verify and resolve all strains to known vendor stock numbers and/or vendor urls.

Sexes:
Females and males are segregated in all MPD data displays and analyses.
Studies involving both sexes are preferred; studies of one sex are acceptable.

Required sample sizes:
For strain survey data sets the number of animals tested ideally should be
10+ animals per analysis group (strain / sex). Smaller sample sizes are also acceptable.
Many MPD data displays will warn when N < 5.

Number of strains tested:
For strain survey data sets, the more strains studied, the better.
At least 8-10 strains are required for many of the analyses, and projects involving
less than 5 strains usually cannot be accessioned except as archives.

Animal IDs:
Unique animal ID numbers should be present as a column in the data set.

Age at testing:
For most purposes the target age range is 10-14 weeks.
If animal age is uniform it may be conveyed as introductory content; if it varies the age values
should be present as column(s) in the data set.